UP CM Yogi Adityanath distributed tractors to farmers in Lucknow on Kisan Samman Diwas, honoring Chaudhary Charan Singh. He credited farmers for the state's progress and highlighted the Soil Health Card scheme. Read more.
French farmers escalate protests, blocking highways and burning hay bales against the EU-Mercosur trade pact and mass cattle culls. President Macron faces pressure as unions reject a holiday truce. Read the full story.
On National Farmers Day 2025, honouring Chaudhary Charan Singh, we detail five crucial government schemes like PM KISAN and PMFBY that support India's farmers. Learn how these initiatives boost income and security.
Opposition MLCs in UP Vidhan Parishad highlight rising input costs, delayed payments, and stray cattle crisis. Govt defends with income growth data. Read the full debate.
ICAR-IIVR in Varanasi organizes a Farmers' Day program on Chaudhary Charan Singh's birth anniversary. The event focuses on sustainable employment and self-reliance for farmers under the Viksit Bharat Mission. Read more.
India observes National Farmers Day on 23 December, honoring farmers as 'Annadata' and the legacy of former PM Chaudhary Charan Singh. Explore the day's significance and key messages.
Rugose spiralling whitefly infestation devastates over 60,000 acres of coconut farms in Srikakulam's Uddanam region, slashing yields and threatening the livelihoods of over 150,000 people. Farmers await urgent government intervention.
Farmers in Andhra Pradesh villages oppose land acquisition for the Amaravati rail line under the RFCTLARR Act, demanding a Land Pooling Scheme instead. Protests intensify as authorities seek state government resolution.
Police in Uttar Pradesh book over 100 activists for blocking traffic at a toll plaza in protest against new highway regulations. The incident caused major disruptions on NH-9.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath announces a reduction in cooperative loan interest from 11.5% to 6% for small farmers. Read how the state subsidy will aid agriculture.
Ludhiana's Budhewal Co-operative Sugar Mill launches its 2025-26 crushing season, disbursing Rs 2 crore to farmers. Direct payments and operational efficiency mark a strong start. Read more.
Goa farmers met officials, highlighting how high input costs and an outdated subsidy system threaten farming viability. They demand revised rates, power relief, and restored tribal subsidies. Read their key demands.
Gwalior hosts 'Abhyuday Madhya Pradesh' summit on Dec 25, showcasing Rs 2 lakh crore investments & worker stories. Amit Shah to attend. Details on jobs, Zero FIR launch.
A prolonged dry spell in Himachal Pradesh since October threatens Rabi crops. Agriculture experts warn of 5-10% wheat production loss if rains don't arrive soon. Read the full report.
Sambalpur observed a 12-hour shutdown as farmers protested paddy procurement token issues. Shops, offices, and banks closed. Farmers vow more agitation if demands unmet.
Farmers in 12 Anakapalli mandals face heavy losses from migrating monkeys. Two students were bitten in a hostel attack. Read about the administration's stalled efforts and government response.
Himachal apple farmers celebrate as Supreme Court sets aside HC order for orchard removal from forest land, calling it vital relief for marginal farmers. Read more.
Tribal farmers in Andhra Pradesh's Alluri Sitharama Raju district face severe losses as untimely November rains damage standing rajma crops, reducing yields by 50%. Learn about the impact on the prized Chintapalle Red variety and market implications.
Former MP minister Sachin Yadav criticises BJP govt's 22-year failure on fertiliser scarcity, farmer queues, and lathi-charge. Details on loan waivers and income claims inside.
Haryana's agricultural credit outstanding surpasses Punjab's, with both states nearing Rs 1 lakh crore each. National data reveals Tamil Nadu leads. Explore the debt crisis and government's stance.
Kisan Mazdoor Morcha to protest at DC offices on Dec 18-19, threatens train blockade from Dec 20 if demands unmet. Leaders accuse AAP govt of supporting Centre's policies.
Madhya Pradesh PSC has announced its tentative exam schedule for 2025 & 2026. Get dates for State Service, Forest Service, Engineering & Assistant Professor exams. Plan your prep now!
Uttar Pradesh sugarcane farmers are selling to Haryana mills for higher SAP, sparking a cross-border price war. This trend may force states to reconsider cane pricing policies. Read more.
Andhra Pradesh paddy farmers battle high moisture levels post-cyclones, leading to slow procurement and distress sales. Learn about the crisis impacting harvests and prices.
Tamil Nadu's digital crop damage assessment faces hurdles, leaving tenant farmers in the lurch and delaying cyclone relief. Technical flaws and waterlogged fields stall enumeration.
Sugarcane farmers in Bihar's West Champaran marched to demand a higher MSP of Rs 500 per quintal, citing rising costs and price disparity with UP. Read about their key demands and planned agitation.
Farmers' protest in Jalandhar halts train services for hours despite heavy police deployment. Key demands include MSP guarantee and debt waiver. Read the full story.
Raichur APMC, Karnataka's largest, is overwhelmed by 50,000 quintals of paddy daily from Andhra & Telangana, forcing intermittent procurement. Read why farmers are flocking here.
Cold chain storage for new winter vegetables in Indore faces a two-week delay due to slow clearance of old potato stocks. Association cites poor farmer prices. Read the full impact.
More than 12 Madhya Pradesh MLAs were absent during Question Hour. Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya cited wedding season, suggesting future assembly schedules consider it.